GREEN LIVING

There are many reasons to have indoor plants in offices.

Besides looking beautiful and creating a more welcoming and gezellig workplace, research shows that there are numerous scientific benefits to having plants in your space as well. Plants have been proven to boost your mood, improve memory, and increase productivity. Unfortunately, the spaces we seem to spend most of our time and need to be at our best (the office), tend to be lacking in greenery. Here are some reasons and plant recommendations so you can convince your boss to step up the plant game.

REASON 1: Plants in offices clean the air and increase productivity

In addition to turning carbon dioxide into oxygen, some air-filtering indoor plants have been reported by NASA to help in remove chemicals from the air. By removing such substances found commonly in walls and carpets of office buildings, people can think and work with a clearer mind.

REASON 2: Plants help reduce stress

Studies have shown indoor plants have stress-reducing qualities such as less tension and anxiety, decreased anger, and a reduction in depression and fatigue. Color psychology suggests that the color green has a relaxing and calming effect, so decorating an office with plants can have similar results.

Plant Mom’s favorite plants for sunny offices:

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